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Prairie View Landfill is the big final-destination dump just outside Wilmington that handles both household and commercial loads. Smaller haulers and contractors use it alongside residents doing cleanup or construction toss-outs.
A gated entrance with an attendant booth and a scale is part of the routine - trucks stop to be weighed, so expect to pull up for a quick weigh-in and then again on the way out. The site itself is large with rolling capped cells and working faces visible from the main drive; trucks queue up on gravel drives when it’s busy. Tipping fees are charged based on weight with minimums typical for this kind of landfill, and commercial loads are accepted but handled on the same scale-and-ticket system as everyone else. Weekends and spring cleanup periods get the longest lines, while weekday mornings usually move quicker.
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Before You Go
- Arrive with a clear load and a tarp if needed; loose material that blows can mean extra hassle at the drop-off point.
- If hauling commercial loads, have any required bills or load documentation ready so the weigh-in process goes faster.
- Expect dust and gravel - wear boots or sturdy shoes and allow extra time if towing a trailer or driving a low-clearance vehicle.
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